BATH HosprrAL RADIO TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2025 Roglstered charitable incorporated organisation number 1168453
Accountin Policies Basis of Accounts Preparation The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Ststement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) and the Charities Act 2011. Restricted Funds These are available but are subject to restrictions imposed by the donor or through appeal. Unrestricted Funds These are available for general use In operating the charity and are at the discretion of the Trustees. Taxatlon The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities. Deprnciation on Flxed Assets Depreciatlon is calculated on a 200A reducing balance method. Accountsn ' The prepared Accounts for the year ending 31 January 2025 reflect a true and fair record of the Trust's finances for the period and comply with 'Accounts and Reports Regulations 2008, and section 130 of the Charities Act 2011. Accountancy Fees shown in the Accounts relates to payment of fees for the year ended 31 January 2023. These were not invoiced at the time and were thought to have been paid from private sources and reflacted accordingly in 2022123 Accounts. K J Lewls Accountant & Management Consultant 23 September 2025 4 Chestnut Grove Upper Westwood Bradford on Avon BA15 2t)Q
Bath Hospital Radio Trustees Annual Report The trustees present their report with the financial unaudited ststements of the charity for the Accounts for Year Ended: 31 January 2025. Rèference and Admlnistrative Details: Charity No: 1168453 Princlple Offlce: Manor Lodge Royal United Hospital Bath BA13NG Trustees: The following Trustees served during the year. Ollver Lewls Darran Huish Helen Ward Dany Mitchell John Leyden Paul Fa•11 (Resigned 171h June 2024) (Appointed 17th June 2024) (Resigned 181h July 2024) (Resigned 31$t January 2025) Ob'ectlves and Actlvltles The Charity's objects and activities are regulated by a constitution dated: 21$t July 2016. The Charitable objects for which the charity is established a to promote the welfare of patients confined to hospitals located within the boundary of the City of Bath and at other locations which from time to time may be determined by the management committee. To support the relief of sickness, poor health and old age amongst people living in Bath and the surrounding area by providing a local broadGasting service for hospitsls. residential homes and similar Institutions, and for patients receiving communlty care. In addltion, to provide the advancement of health and prevention or relief of sickness for the public benefit through the promotion of the benefrts of living a heafthy lifestyle, and the importance of maintaining good personal mentsl and physical health by (mainly, but not exclusively) the means of broadcasting health education messages to people living in Bath and the surrounding area. This aims to be achieved by the broadcasting of such material and shall be deemed suitable by the management committee.
Achievements and Perfomiance 2024 marked a major milestone for the station as we proudly celebrated 60 years of broadcasting - a remarkable achievernent! The celebrations took place across May and June, centred around a special 60th Marathon Broadcast Weekend Fundraiser, which drew fantastic support. We were also featured on BBC Radio Bristol, helping to raise awareness and excitement around the event. Oliver Lewis continued in the role of Chair throughout the year. while actively seeking a successor. In April, Helen Ward stepped down as a Trustee as well as John Leyden in July and Paul Farwell in January, we thank them all for their contribution. We also welcomed Dany Mitchell as a new Trustee The Trustee Board made a bold and forward-thinking declsion to pursue our long-term ambition of transitioning to DAB broadcasting - a move designed to futureproof the station and unlock new opportunities. After careful consideration. the benefits were deemed too far outweigh the drawbacks. and we invested £3,500 to join forces with Soundvision, alongside other local radio ststions. This funding supported the setup of the DAB antenna, paving the way for our expansion on to DAB. As a result, the station will in the future, reach a broader audience across Bath and its surrounding areas. We continue to champion diversity and inclusion through our weekly LG8TQ+ podcast by Shout Out Radio, a Bristol based show. Once again, we provided live, all-day coverage of Bristol Pride 2024, reinforcing our commitment to community engagement. Our Mixcloud platforn continues to thrive, offering listeners the chance to 'listen again, to shows, interviews, and features. Over the year, we recorded 4,281 plays and 42,663 minutes listened- a testament to our growing reach and loyal audience. Social media continues to do very well with Instagram views regularly reaching over 100,000 views. We welcomed new members to the team: Kate Dodds went solo and launched a Sunday Lunchtirne Show and Eliya Hashemi joined us broadcasting a weekly Filrn Discussion programme. Sam Cooper. who took over the day-to-day running of our social media as well as interviewing local people and making local features. Tom Henderson. who has been instrumental in building relationships with local groups and businesses. while actively pursuing possible sponsorship and grant opportunities. We were once again accredited to broadcast the vast majority of Bath Rugby home games, thanks to our dedicated Sports Team. This included exclusive coverage of select Bath Ladies Rugby matches. Our relationship with Bath Rugby continues to strengthen, and we're proud to work closely with key individuals within the club.
Financial Review INCOME Income saw a notable increase this year, rising from £1.388 in 2023124 to £2,782 for 202412025. thanks largely to generous donations received during the 60th Marathon Broadcast Weekend, which made a significant irnpact. As of 31 st January 2025, our combined bank balance stood at £6,378, split between two accounts: £695 and £5.683 respectively. EXPENDITURE Our total expenditur6 rose substantially from £7.978 in 2023124 to £13,146 in 202412025. This includes a strategic investment of £3,500 towards the initial setup for our transition to DAB broadcasting. Electricity remains our largest operational cost, Sncreasing from £2,628 last year to £3.553. As our building is not energy efficient, this remains a key area of concem. However, the installation of a smart meter has already begun to improve cost monitoring and billing accuracy with our energy provider, and we've successfully received credits for Tax and Climate Change fees. We are currently pursuing further reimbursements frorn our energy provider. which are in progress. There are no accountancy fees charged for this year Ilke last year, although we did settle an outstsrKling invoice of £504 for 202212023, which had previously been assumed paid. Looklng Ahead To sustain and grow the station, ongoing fundraising efforts are absolutely critical. We encourage everyone to get involved with fundraising activities, help seek donations, sponsorships, or cost-saving initiatives to help secure the future of the ststion and expand our reach.
Structure, Governance and Management The charity is managed by a Management Committee and govemed by constitution. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the constitution. The trustees have had regard of the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefits when rnaking decisions. Working to continue to benefit the general public and provide to those we serve. Statement of trustees. responsibilities in relation to the financial statements. The charity trustees are responsible for preparing a trustees, annual report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements cornply with the Charities Act 2011, the applicable Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations, and the provisions of the Trust deed. The Trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Bath Hospital Radlo Trustees Annual Report Slgned on behalf of the charity's trusts•s: Ollver Lewis Chair and Trustee 6th October 2025
Bath Hospltal Radlo Siat•n*nt of Flnanclal A¢tSvllles for th• y•ar •ndgd 31 Janu•ry 2025 Noi•• Unr•Jlrlct•d R•strkt•d Fund• Funds Total Fund• Tolal Fund 2025 2025 2025 2024 Incom• Donauons and Legacies Charllatye activitses (rnembershipl Investments 1.635 1.070 77 2,782 1.635 1.070 77 166 1.160 62 Total 2,782 Exp•ndltur• Charllable Acti¥it¢es Other Admlnl•traiton Total 7,159 7.159 3.500 2.487 13,146 4.869 6A 2.487 5,987 3.109 7,978 7.159 N•t Incom• (Expgndfturn) 4,377 4,987 .10,304 4,590 Tol•l fvtKls brwhl loNMfd 31.1.24 8.676 17.467 26.143 Total funda c•rrl•d forw•rd 31.1.25 11.480 15.779 151
B•th Hospltsl Radlo Balanc• Sheet as at 31 January2025 2025 BroadcastiNJ Equipment Total Flx•d Ass•ts 9.947 9,947 12.434 12.434 Cash at Bank and in Hand Tot¥1 Curr•nt A¥•ts 6.378 6,378 13.gy)4 13,904 Cr¢drtOfS". amounts f811ing due thin one ye•r N•t Currnnt A¥¥•l• 10 -546 5.832 -195 13,700 Total N•t A*•ti 15.779 20,143 Restrlct•J Funds Unrestrltxed Funds 13.987 1.812 17,487 8.676 Tolal Funds 15,779 2•,143 Approved by the TnJslees and 81gned on the5r beh911 Olivw Lewls Ch8lr and Tnjslee l October 2025 {6)
Balh Hospltal Radk> D•tall•d Stat•m•nt of Flrtanclal AclMtI•• for lh• •r tnded 31 January 2025 Noies Unrestricted Restrcted Funds Funds 2025 2025 Total Funds 2025 Toial Funds 2024 Incom• Charitable donalions 1,635 Melor donatlons and legacles A#8èt transfér from &41 Radlo CIC Total 1,635 1.635 166 Charltable actfvttles Membership lees 1,070 1.070 1.160 eank inlerest re¢elv8d 77 77 82 Total Incom• 2,n2 2.782 1,388 Expend5tur• 8roadcasthng e,655 B.655 4.869 rn Accouniancy leos 504 504 Tot•1 •xp•ndltur• on ¢h•rltabl• I1vItI•* 7,169 7.159 4M69 DAB Radb 3.500 mlnlslrative OepreGlallon of Equipment Tol•l •xp•ndlturn 2,487 5,987 2.487 13,146 3.109 7.978 7,1Sg Tolal N•t •xp•ndltur• 4.377 4.987 -10.304 4.590 No emF4oyee rei¥¢d emolumenls In e¥cess of £60.000 duriThJ the y¢or. movemènt of funds In year Total fuThls Ixought lowrd 31.1.24 Tolal funds c•rrf•d forw•rd 31.125 4,377 8,676 -5.987 17.467 -10.364 26.143 15.779 ,590 32.733 26,143 li (9)
Bath HoBpllal Radlo Cash Flow Stat•ment lorth• par•nd•d 31 Janu•ry2025 2025 2024 Net experKlllure as pw Stat•menl of Financial AcllYWe8 -10,364 4.590 AdSIMnts for.. Depreclatoon - Equipment Interest Ifom investments Trade and other activllles Trade arKI other a¢tivitie$- adNi$tm6nl 2.487 -77 351 3.109 42 1.965 -504 t4•t Cuh (•xp•nd•dl pd•d by op•rnlln9 •Ctlvltl• -7,603 -2,082 Net cash from Inv•stino actlvltl•• Interest from in¥fj$lm•nts 77 N•t Id•cr••M) I InGr•• In cmh Ilow .7,528 -2,020 Cash and CA8h equfv8l•nts Al the beginning of year 13,904 15.924 Cmh and c•h •qulv•l•nti •t th• •nd of y•ar 6,37 13,904 Sh b•l•neM 1695+S6831 6,378 13.904 17)
Balh Hmpltsl Radlo 2025 2024 ote5 to th ndl Lightirvj & Hoalin9 Insurances Bank Char9e5 Website & Inltrrnel Sundry Repairs Subscripn¥ PPL and IRN News Fethl TV & Radio Ll¢ences Sundry Expenses (Prlnung & Stationery) 3.553 2628 623 770 59 130 15 253 376 226 4869 nGe A¢)untancY F•es 504 7,159 4,809. 6A DAB Radio 3.500 No employee r1ved amoluments In ex¢o55 ol £eO,OOD In the year ui C05t •131 Jarwary 2024 Co•t •131 J•nuary 2023 78,753 78,753 Accumulated deweclatlon Js at 31 January 20241 Deprec181ion charge lor the year A¢eumul•t•d d•pr•¢l•tlon u •131 J•nu•ry 2025 86.319 2.487 68,806 N¢t both value os at 31 January 2024 N•t book volu• •* at 31 Janu•ry 2025 12,434 9,947 2.025 2024 Amounts falling due withln one y•ar- EDF 195